Cambodia, a Southeast Asian nation and member of ASEAN, offers citizenship through investment under its 1996 Law on Nationality. The programme is unique in requiring a Khmer language examination, which adds a distinctive procedural element not found in other CBI programmes. Cambodia’s economy has experienced strong growth driven by garment manufacturing, tourism, construction, and agriculture, with GDP growth averaging over 7% annually in the pre-pandemic decade. ASEAN membership provides access to a regional economic bloc of over 680 million people. However, the Cambodian passport ranks last on the Mobility Index with just 52 visa-free destinations, and quality-of-life indicators reflect the country’s status as a lower-middle-income developing economy. The programme is best suited to investors with specific business interests in the ASEAN region.
Last Updated: May 27, 2026
2026 Global Citizenship Programs Report: Cambodia
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Introduction
Rankings Snapshot
Index | Ranking | Score |
|---|---|---|
Overall Ranking
| 14th | 71.14 |
Procedure
| 12th | 72.10 |
Mobility
| 15th | 51.00 |
Tax Optimization
| 8th | 75.00 |
Quality of Life
| 15th | 47.04 |
Investment
| 14th | 63.00 |
Credibility
| 14th | 60.50 |
Compliance
| 15th | 60.00 |
Country Information at a Glance
Continent: Asia
Population (2025 est.): 17,400,000
GDP Nominal (USD, 2025): USD 33 B
GDP per Capita (USD, 2025): USD 1,900
Program Type: Structured CBI
Economic/Mobility Blocs: ASEAN, UM
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Legal Provision
| Law on Nationality (1996) and sub-decrees |
Region
| Asia |
Minimum Investment Threshold
| $245,000 |
Year of Inception
| 2018 |
Visa-free Countries
| 52 |
Investment Options
| Real estate investment |
Physical Presence Requirements
| None |
Family Member Inclusion
| Spouse and children |
Dual Citizenship Allowed
| Yes |
Average Processing Time
| 3-6 months |
Total Costs (MIT + Fees)
| $ 270,000+ |
Language Requirements
| No |
Tax System / Tax Rates
| Territorial / CT:20%, PIT:20%, CGT:20%, WT:0%, IGT:0%, ET: 0% |
Conclusion
Footnotes
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